MessengerLYNX RACE - PROMOTIONAL CIRCUIT 2026
Event summary
The Lynx Race Promocional Circuito 2026 is an obstacle race series consisting of three events held in Vouzela, Mafra, and Oeiras on June 14, September 27, and November 1 respectively. This exciting challenge offers two distances: 10 km with 30 obstacles and 5 km with 20 obstacles, as well as a 2 km kids’ race, catering to a wide range of participants.
The competition is open to all athletes who can choose between the Competitive mode, which features timed racing with mandatory obstacle completion and penalties, and the Open mode, which is also timed but more focused on fun. The races take place in unique natural and historic locations such as the Tapada Militar de Mafra and the Estação Agronómica in Oeiras, providing a scenic and challenging environment.
The Lynx Race circuit offers a festive but competitive atmosphere with individual and team classifications, age group categories, and financial prizes. The series also includes special podiums and trophies, making it a motivating experience for elite competitors, enthusiasts, and families alike, with specific events for kids.
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Age categories/divisions:
• 2 km Kids
• 5 km OPEN
• 10 km OPEN
• 10 km COMPETITIVE
Start/finish locations:
• Vouzela: Câmara Municipal de Vouzela (Lynx Village in front of City Hall)
• Mafra: Tapada Militar de Mafra, Campo dos Plátanos (Lynx Village)
• Oeiras: Quinta de Cima do Palácio do Marquês de Pombal, Estação Agronómica
Start times per category/distance: First start at 09:00 for all events
Bib pick-up time and location: Kits can be collected the day before from 15:00 to 18:00, or on race day from 07:30 to 10:00 at the event location
Registration deadline:
• Vouzela: June 3 or until full
• Mafra: June 16 or until full
• Oeiras: October 20 or until full
Surface types: Natural terrain with obstacles in military parks and agronomic station
Course format: Obstacle race with 20 obstacles for 5 km and 30 obstacles for 10 km
Race routes: Routes announced two weeks before each event, marked with yellow tapes and signs
Timing method: Electronic timing with penalties applied for failed obstacles
Toilets and aid station placement: Locations announced in the Athlete Guide
Prizes: Medals for all finishers; financial prizes for top 3 overall and age groups; trophies for best teams; exclusive medals for completing all three events
Location
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Competitive 10 km
Open 10 km
Open 5 km
Kids Race
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib, swim cap, stickers, event wristband
🏅 Finisher prize: participation medal for all finishers
⏱️ Electronic timing with penalties for obstacle failures
🛟 Safety support: marshalls at obstacles, medical teams
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and third-party liability included
🥤 Aid stations with water and fruit during and after the race
🚿 Showers and changing rooms announced in Athlete Guide
📸 Professional photography available
🏆 Podium awards and financial prizes for overall and age groups, team trophies
